Thursday Open Comments

Here are ten ways in which the current open-border policy is insidiously impacting the United States:

1. Legal Immigration Conundrum

Legal immigration seems to be overshadowed as the bureaucratic red tape increases for law-abiding applicants. The Biden administration’s focus on amnesty for lawbreakers raises concerns about the future support for immigration, both legal and illegal.

2. Lawlessness and Erosion of Rule of Law

The apparent lawlessness at the border contributes to the overall breakdown of the rule of law in the country, manifesting in increased homelessness, crime rates, and a general disrespect for legal procedures.

3. Dependency on Entitlements

The pattern of illegal entry followed by applications for various subsidies raises questions about the type of residents the U.S. desires. The current system appears to discourage self-supporting immigrants in favor of those seeking immediate entitlements.

4. Cui Bono – Who Benefits?

The motivations behind the acceptance of illegal immigrants, especially by the Left and employers, raise questions about the broader economic and political implications. The massive outflow of remittances to Mexico and its potential impact on U.S. foreign policy come into focus.

5. Cartel Infiltration

The unchecked flow of individuals across the border includes cartel members transporting dangerous drugs. This poses a significant threat to public health and safety, contributing to the opioid crisis in the U.S.

6. Trashing Citizens’ Rights

Equating illegal aliens with American citizens in terms of opportunities and entitlements diminishes the value of citizenship. The discrepancy in treatment, such as lenient boarding standards for illegal aliens, raises concerns about the government’s priorities.

7. Financial Burden

With a growing national debt and budget deficits, the financial strain of welcoming millions of unaudited immigrants becomes a pressing issue. California’s model, with its budget deficit and social service overload, serves as a cautionary tale.

8. Ending Deterrence

The erosion of deterrence, both domestically and internationally, is a consequence of the perceived weakness in the U.S. response to various challenges. This includes the testing of the U.S. by foreign entities and the exploitation of the open border by opportunistic belligerents.

9. The DEI Narrative

The current immigration narrative seems to undermine the traditional melting pot concept, instead emphasizing divisions based on race and ethnicity. This approach may hinder assimilation and integration, fostering separatism.

Curse On America

The ironic aspect of immigrants fleeing countries where they are a majority to a nation allegedly defined by “white privilege” raises questions about the true motivations behind this mass migration. The disconnect between rhetoric and reality is highlighted.